Education has evolved significantly over the past several years, and so have the needs of educators. In today’s diverse classrooms, it’s more important than ever to use the right education technology, find ways to support all students, and help create more inclusive environments. We recognize that educators need time-saving workflows, teaching tools, and resources to help everyone thrive and reach their full potential.
Microsoft believes that education technology has a valuable role to play in supporting the needs of both teachers and students. However, we understand that it can sometimes be challenging to adopt new education technology and face the learning curve of mastering new teaching tools. To bridge this gap and make adoption smoother, we’ve pulled together a collection of free quick start guides for you. Our PDF guides for teachers are instructive and user-friendly, designed to help you easily get started with Microsoft Education tools in the classroom.
Where can teachers find quick start guides for Microsoft Education tools?
Check out our collection of quick start guides, created by fellow teacher Heather Aird, a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert (MIE Expert). Through vibrant colors, simplicity, and comprehensive coverage of Microsoft Learning Accelerators and learning tools, these PDF guides for teachers are designed to empower you to embrace education technology quickly and confidently.
AI in education resources
Discover the potential of AI to optimize resources, simplify tasks, and tailor learning experiences. Explore how Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat can be used to support teaching and learning by providing inspiration, creating classroom assets, answering complex questions, finding comprehensive answers, and getting summarized information. Check out our collection of AI in education resources, including the Copilot quick start guide.
Classroom innovation quick start guides
Microsoft 365 Education offers a suite of student-centered solutions that help create an equitable learning environment for all and help students succeed in the classroom and beyond. Discover quick guides for solutions tailored to meet students’ needs, such as OneNote, OneNote Class Notebook, PowerPoint, and more.
Microsoft Learning Accelerators quick start guides
Learning Accelerators help transform education with AI-powered tools to personalize learning, streamline lesson planning, and provide real-time coaching to improve student outcomes. Integrated into Microsoft 365, Learning Accelerators educators can track student progress and foster inclusivity to help meet the needs of all learners. Ready to get started? Browse our collection of Learning Accelerators quick start guides to learn more.
Learning tools quick start guides
Digital learning tools from Microsoft Education are designed to support both students and educators. These solutions are built to work smoothly with familiar Microsoft products, helping create a more connected and engaging learning experience. Set up Microsoft Education learning tools in your classroom with our instructive quick start guides.
Our quick start guides cover a range of teacher resources and where to find them, unlocking countless possibilities for personalized and interactive learning experiences. Each PDF guide provides step-by-step instructions, accompanied by clear visuals and diagrams, ensuring that you can navigate Microsoft Education teaching tools and education technology with confidence.
Microsoft Education is dedicated to providing technology solutions that can save you time, individualize student learning, and set students up for future success. Explore these portable and printable PDF quick start guides—designed to equip you with guidance and support whenever you need them!
Looking for more ways to quickly get started with Microsoft Education technology? Check out these free resources, created specifically for teachers like you:
- Meet your AI assistant for education: Microsoft Copilot
- Eight how-to guides for educators: Quickly get started with Microsoft Education
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